Linux Newbie Links!

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PC/IBM/x86 Architecture

Here are some links for installing and getting started with Linux on a PC. Please note that installing Linux may delete everything on your hard drive– backup your data before you arrive!

• Linux Hardware Database– what’s compatible?
• Linux Hardware HOWTO — More about what’s supported
• IBM White Paper (PDF)
• Linux.org New User Tutorial
• Other Linux Documentation

Macintosh Platform

• Yellow Dog’s Site
• Compatible Hardware List
• Guide to Installation